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Early high schools were seen as simply an extension of the Common schools. Recall that a Common school is one in which is open for the public. High schools were not only apart of the Common schools era, they were also a combination of all things that came before it, like English and Latin grammar schools, and academies. Some people who argued against high schools felt like high schools were simply a luxury for students to have and didn't really teach them to be functioning citizens. Once schooling became more structured and focused on topics relating to the current climate of society, high schools began to provide students with a great amount of resources, and information on skills that actually pertain to career paths. High schools are for everyone, but I truly believe that a great high school education is the basis for a child transitioning into adulthood. Students who often fail, or drop out of high school are a product of a weak high school district who is not supporting their students.

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English Grammar schools were private schools which were designed to be similar to the Latin grammar schools. These schools were both created to guide students, through learning material, to prepare themselves for life after, whether it be working vocationally, or college. Grammar schools were known for being the home of the majority of students who had no real intentions to go to college. At an English grammar school, education was taught in primarily the English language. Subjects that were taught at these schools were music, art, dance. The subjects being taught at an English grammar school were implemented to help students learn to become social, and responsible functioning citizens of the society. Though these schools were privatized, the schools made an effort into openly enrolling female students and providing different secondary education tracks for the two genders, male and female. To me, the English grammar schools began the work towards creating a stronger secondary education system.

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What I found the most interesting reading about Kindergarten was the fact that is is known to be the "Children's Garden." I truthfully had never heard of kindergarten referred to as that, but it makes sense when you consider the things you learn in kindergarten. The book describes kindergarten as being a child's first encounter with using their senses, and tapping into their emotions and feelings among other students. This initial contact at an early age is key to a person's development as a citizen in the world. Kindergarten is a great exploration for children, and should definitely be recognized in this ranking.

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Common schools were introduced and known for providing education for an average person. This is the beginning of the public schooling era. Before, parents who wanted to educate their children had to pay a teacher or a village to teach their child. Once the idea of universal education was entering the conversation, schooling began to adjust and become more open to the public, those who were not as fortunate to pay for their education. Though these schools were not openly enrolling female students, this was still considered the first initial step to creating the public schools we have now.

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During the early 1900s, the progressive movement in education was demonstrated and practiced as an "experiment" in some schools. When the Progressive Education Association was established, their goal was to correctly reform and structure to education. The association was looking to implement the new progressive change in education by following seven principles:
1. The child should have freedom to develop naturally.
2. Natural interest is the best motive for work.
3. The teacher is a guide, not a taskmaster.
4. A student's development must be measured scientifically, not just by grades.
5. Students' general health and physical development require attention.
6. The school and the home must work together to meet children's needs.
7. The progressive school should be a leader in trying new educational ideas.

I picked this to be number one mostly because I see this as the backbone of what education is today. Many of the principles listed are still reflected in today's society in education.